THE secrets of the Queen’s handbag will be revealed as part of a competition to celebrate her Diamond Jubilee.

KMS Hair by Design, in Kirkbymoorside, is asking people to list the contents they believe the Queen carries in her handbag, along with one item they think she would never carry.

Owner Sue Carter said she had done her research and come up with a list which had been placed in an envelope until the competition closed.

“I thought it would be a bit of fun as part of the Jubilee celebrations,” she added.

“I’ve looked into and put together a list with the items the Queen carries in order of importance.”

First prize is £100 cash with surprise Jubilee gifts for second and third.

Sue said the money raised would be donated to Ryedale Lions.

“My niece’s little girl has received help from them and I felt the Lions were an organisation which covered all age groups and helped a lot of different people,” she added.

Entry forms are £1, available from KMS Hair by Design in Crown Square.

The winning entries will be announced at Ryedale Show on July 31.

Meanwhile, Sherburn Youth Club is holding a fancy dress on Sunday, June 3, as part of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations.